This writer is very good. I wish I knew more about him.
My experience in studying the word, and in prayer, shows me that the conundrum of faith vs works is pretty much obviated when I consider what faith is. I think it is consistent with the whole of scripture to say that faith has 3 parts to it. It may surprise some that it is not simply believing.
Instead I find that faith starts with belief (from the head), then proceeds to trust (from the heart) and manifests itself most fully in obedience (e.g. hands, feet, mouth). It takes all three facets to complete the circuit of faith.
So when James says “faith w/o works is dead”, I think he means that a person may proclaim faith easily; but without putting it into practice, it’s more like an incomplete pass in football, or a foul ball in baseball — it doesn’t count to you for righteousness (as the Word says of Abraham).
Yes, I think this writer and I could have some very healthy and inspiring discussions.
People can say anything, but they do their truth.
Faith without works is just a bumper sticker.